2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 772 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (420 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2004 Mazda B4000
Make Audi Mazda
Model A6 B4000
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 4031 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 323 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1667 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 74 L


 

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