2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
