2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 205 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV, 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 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda MPV | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MPV | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |