2001 Honda Z vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Z | Premacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |