2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4934 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2833 mm | 2789 mm |
