2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
