2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |