2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
