2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Premacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
