2008 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
