2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
