2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
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 CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (270 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |