2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Sirion | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |