2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 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 312 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 2008 Mazda 5. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |