2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
