2007 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
