2011 Audi RS3 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2011 Audi RS3 and 2011 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Audi RS3 and 2011 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2011 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 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, 2011 Audi RS3 (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi RS3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi RS3 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS3 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
