1995 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
