1999 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B2300 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 2010 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
