2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |