2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1181 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
