2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 880 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2895 mm |
