2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
