2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |