2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 13 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 204 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2013 Lotus Evora 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. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | Premacy | Evora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
