2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. Both 2007 Audi A4 and 2003 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
