2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
