2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
