2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
