2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,898 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Premacy | A |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1898 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
