2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1264 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 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2011 Lexus LX 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. 2011 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | Premacy | LX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
