1995 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
