2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B3000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
