2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Premacy and 2003 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Peugeot 406 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. 2003 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
