2003 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | Premacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |