2003 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A8 | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |