2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 6 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 441 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |