2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Premacy and 2001 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Premacy | Visto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |