2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | Premacy | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |