2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2004 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Sportwagon | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
