2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 5 and 2009 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda 5 2009 Porsche Cayman
Make Mazda Porsche
Model 5 Cayman
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1999 cc 3385 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 96.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 194 km/hour 267 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1416 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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