2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
