2004 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | Premacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |