2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | R2 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
