2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
