2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
