1996 Ford Versailles vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Versailles, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Versailles | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Versailles | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
