2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 280 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |