2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
