2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 104 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |