2005 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
