2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Mazda Premacy
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Premacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 234 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L