2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Premacy | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |