2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |