2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1115 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 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Astro | Familia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |