2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 245 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 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda Premacy | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Matrix |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |