2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 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, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
