2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Mazda 2

To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi S5 2009 Mazda 2
Make Audi Mazda
Model S5 2
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 354 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 249 km/hour 181 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L


 

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