2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
