2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 559 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 209 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 | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2919 mm |