1997 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |