2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mazda B2500 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |