Mazda 6 2008 vs Audi A5 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 147 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 184 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds | |
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Audi A5 is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 6 engine produces 33 HP less power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 136 NM less than Audi A5. Due to the lower power, Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that by driving the Mazda 6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 1160 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| 790 km with real consumption | 730 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 64 mm (2.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 360'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi Q5 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 6 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Audi A5 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda 6 2008 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. Audi A5 2009 2.0 engine: The engine is widely criticized for excessive oil consumption, which is one of the most common complaints from owners. This issue, partially addressed by the manufacturer by the end of 2011, persists in high-mileage engines. The primary solution is ... More about Audi A5 2009 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.39 m | |
| Mazda 6 is 4 cm longer than the Audi A5, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 6 is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1702 litres | 980 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage capacity. Mazda 6 has 30 litres more trunk space than the Audi A5. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 6 (by 722 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.1 metres less than that of the Audi A5. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`950 kg | 2`030 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`335 kg | 1`525 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 615 kg | 505 kg | |
| Mazda 6 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 18 procentiem more than Audi A5. Therefore, Mazda 6 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Audi A5 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 6 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Audi A5, so Audi A5 quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 8000 | |
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