2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Premacy | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
