2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |