2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |