2000 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 121 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
