2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Premacy | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 33 L |
