2008 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
