2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
