2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Premacy | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
