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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 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. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (257 Nm). 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 | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
