2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
