2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |