2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1320 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |