Mazda Demio DW 1.3 16V (72 Hp)
Mazda Demio:
The Mazda Demio is a small car manufactured by Mazda from 1996 to 2019. While sold across four generations in the domestic Japanese market, the Demio nameplate was rarely used outside of Japan, where it was usually called the Mazda2. The Demio nameplate was retired in 2019 as Mazda changed over to "Mazda2" for their home market as well. It has been described as a supermini or a subcompact car, and is a part of the B-segment of the European car market.
The Demio is built on the Mazda D platform and was preceded by two other small cars based on the platform: the Ford Festiva that was introduced in 1986 and the Revue introduced in 1990. The name "Demio" is derived from Latin meus to show possession, which in many Romance languages has become "mio. "....(Read more on Wikipedia)
DW Overview:
Mazda Demio (DW). With 105 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.4 l/100km). Weighing only 950 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (72 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.1 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (330 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(DW: 1997 - 2003).
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | Demio |
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| Generation: | DW |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 16V (72 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1998 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 72 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 54.4 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 105 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1324 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7-7.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5-7 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.2 kg/Hp, 75.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9 kg/Nm, 110.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 950 |
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| Max. weight: | 1450 |
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| Max load: | 500 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1298 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3815 mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1670 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1535 mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1420 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1418 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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