2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MPV 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MPV. 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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MPV | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
