2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 483 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 Morgan 4 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 2003 Morgan 4. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Premacy | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
