2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2012 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Etude | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
