2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
