2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
