2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2013 Mazda 3 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. 2013 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 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 | 1480 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
