2007 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
