2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
