2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Stratus 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Dodge Stratus, 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 Dodge Stratus (231 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
