2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Jetta | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
