2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Premacy | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |