1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Caldina | Premacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |