2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
