2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 3 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
