2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 7 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Auris |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |