2003 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
