2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
