2002 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
