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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |