2000 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 BMW 330 and 2000 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Familia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |