Audi A6 vs. Mazda MAZDA5 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Mazda MAZDA5 to the dealership as the Audi. Regarding gas mileage, the Mazda MAZDA5 beats the Audi A6. As far as gas mileage, the Mazda and the Audi A6 don't differ much. When it comes to MSRP, the Mazda MAZDA5 costs tremendously less than the Audi A6.

Utility
The Mazda MAZDA5 will most certainly prove more convenient than the Audi A6 for those of you with frequent kid-cargo.

Convenience
You'll definitely have to take the Mazda MAZDA5 for a fill-up more often than the Audi A6 because of its tank size and gas mileage.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Mazda's front cabin compared to the Audi A6. While the rear of the Audi A6 provides a bit more head- and leg-room than the Mazda MAZDA5, there frankly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Audi is substantially more bulky than the Mazda MAZDA5. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi than the Mazda because of its bigger tank. The Mazda MAZDA5 and the Audi A6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Audi A6 is a true speedster. As far as horsepower, the A6 packs quite a punch and will knock the Mazda MAZDA5 down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Mazda MAZDA5 is quite certainly nimbler than the A6, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Mazda MAZDA5's engine is substantially smaller than the Audi A6's. Keep in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. Torque equals pickup, and the Audi will have picked up and gone by the time the MAZDA5 finally gets moving.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Mazda MAZDA5 isn't quite as generous as the Audi A6's.