2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
