2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Premacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |