2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
