2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MPV | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
