2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 8 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S4 | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |