2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Premacy | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
