2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B4000.
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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B4000 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
