Audi A5 2012 vs Mazda MX-5 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Audi A5) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mazda MX-5) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
| Audi A5 engine produces 17 HP more power than Mazda MX-5, whereas torque is 180 NM more than Mazda MX-5. Despite the higher power, Audi A5 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
|
By specification Audi A5 consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5, which means that by driving the Audi A5 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 285 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Audi A5 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1260 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1360 km on highway | 900 km on highway | ||
| 880 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A5 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mazda MX-5) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mazda MX-5 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda MX-5 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 3.92 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.38 m | 1.24 m | |
|
Audi A5 is larger. Audi A5 is 71 cm longer than the Mazda MX-5, 12 cm wider, while the height of Audi A5 is 15 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | 130 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
750 litres | no data | |
|
Audi A5 has more luggage capacity. Audi A5 has 190 litres more trunk space than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A5 is 2.1 metres more than that of the Mazda MX-5, which means Audi A5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`180 | 1`260 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 19 000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Audi A5 has
|
Mazda MX-5 has
| |