2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B4000 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
