2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 350 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 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
