2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 690 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.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |