2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 430 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 2003 Opel Omega 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 2003 Opel Omega. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |