2009 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
