2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda 6 2009 Porsche 911
Make Mazda Porsche
Model 6 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2183 cc 3823 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 218 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 67 L


 

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