2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo.
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 Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
