2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 5 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |