2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 2 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
