2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
