2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
