2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 2 and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 92 L |
