2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | Premacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |