2005 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model A8 Familia
Year Released 2005 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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