2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Premacy | VX220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |