2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2009 Mazda Premacy and 2003 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,840 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Premacy | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
