2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 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. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2004 Mazda Premacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2004 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
