2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |