2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |