1997 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
