2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
