2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Premacy | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
