2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. Both 2009 Mazda Premacy and 1995 Peugeot 406 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| 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 | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
