2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
