2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 371 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda Premacy 2012 Nissan Maxima
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Premacy Maxima
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1835 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 76 L


 

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