2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |