2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2895 mm |