2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 106 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
