2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (126 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Premacy | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
