2009 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |