1996 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1996 Mazda Familia and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 722 kg more than 1996 Mazda Familia.
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.
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1996 Mazda Familia | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |