2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
