2007 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
