2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 327 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 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
