2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |