2000 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV 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 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
