2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
