2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 348 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Premacy | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
