2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
