2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3725 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
