2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (542 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
