2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Premacy | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
