2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 589 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2011 Honda Pilot 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. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Premacy | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |