2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
