2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2012 BMW 116

To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 135 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 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Premacy 2012 BMW 116
Make Mazda BMW
Model Premacy 116
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1833 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1421 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 51 L


 

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