2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
