2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2808 mm |
