2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 554 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
