2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Rover 45.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 2002 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | Premacy | 45 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |