2005 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
