2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V50 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1425 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
