2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
