2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
