2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 6 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2895 mm |