2011 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 2 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
