2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
