2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.

Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Porsche Boxster
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Premacy Boxster
Year Released 2004 2008
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
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 0 HP
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
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 188 km/hour 264 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 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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