2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
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 Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Q7 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
