1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Avenger (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
