2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Audi A6

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 2 and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 248 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda 2 2009 Audi A6
Make Mazda Audi
Model 2 A6
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4934 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1862 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2833 mm


 

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