2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi RS4 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | RS4 | AZ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |