2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Premacy | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |