2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.

Because 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 2003 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda Premacy 2003 Porsche Boxster
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Premacy Boxster
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 129 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 188 km/hour 266 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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