2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 845 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Panamera | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Porsche | Mazda |
Model | Panamera | 2 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |