2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
