2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7

To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.

Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi S4 2012 Mazda CX-7
Make Audi Mazda
Model S4 CX-7
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1718 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4681 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1646 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 69 L


 

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