2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
