2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 9 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, 2012 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 315 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, 2012 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
