2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3823 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 | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
