2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2789 mm |
