2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mazda MX

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mazda MX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Mazda MX
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 MX
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3122 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2760 mm


 

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