2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 996 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Porsche | Mazda |
Model | 996 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |