1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Xedos 9 | Familia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |