2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |