2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Mazda Premacy
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Premacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1833 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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