2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Drifter
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 21.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1590 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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