2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mazda 2

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Mazda 2
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 2
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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