2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
