2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 238 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (650 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |