2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |