2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Premacy | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
