1995 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Audi A4 (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A4 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Familia
Year Released 1995 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2370 mm


 

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