2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
