2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |