2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 85 kg more than 2012 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |