2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 140 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mazda Premacy 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Premacy Previa
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2900 mm


 

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