2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | NP300 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
