2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Terracan and 2003 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Terracan 2003 Mazda Premacy
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Terracan Premacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2476 cc 1969 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 124 HP
Torque 235 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm


 

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