2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 20 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Premacy | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
