2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 6 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 6. 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 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |