2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B2500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
