2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 6 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |