2003 Mazda Spiano vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Spiano | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Spiano | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2896 mm |
