2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |