2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
Model | D8 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |