2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
