2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 Mazda Premacy and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Premacy | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
