2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Carol | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
