2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 5 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 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 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2008 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
