2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |