2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
