2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
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 Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
