2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 10 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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, 2011 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
