2011 Mazda Premacy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mazda Premacy 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Premacy Scirocco
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1404 mm


 

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