2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford 24.7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 24.7 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
