2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |