2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |