2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda Laputa | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Laputa | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |