2008 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
