2005 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
