2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | Vaneo | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
