2003 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Megane | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
