2010 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2010 Porsche Boxster and 2010 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3, 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 2010 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Boxster | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
