2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 411 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |