2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
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 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Premacy | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
