2001 Ford 49 vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2001 Ford 49 and 2001 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford 49 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 2001 Ford 49. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford 49 (175 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ford 49 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy. 2001 Ford 49 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford 49 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford 49 2001 Mazda Premacy
Make Ford Mazda
Model 49 Premacy
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3899 cc 1835 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 145 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1235 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm