2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
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 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | Premacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |