2007 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
