2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
