2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2002 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 (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
