2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Lumina | Premacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |