2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
