2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
