2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda Premacy 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Premacy Drifter
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 2606 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1345 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L


 

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