2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
