2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. 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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
