2010 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3919 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1679 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
