2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |