2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 12 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 49 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Premacy | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Premacy | SOUL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |