2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Roadster | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Roadster | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |