2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
