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 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 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 Mazda 6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 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 | 1798 cc | 2488 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
