2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 680 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi Q7 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Audi Mazda
Model Q7 Drifter
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 2606 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1560 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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