2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 5 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Fox |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |