2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 67 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Premacy | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |