2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Audi Allroad and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (142 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Allroad | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
