2010 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz B | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | B | Premacy |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |