2000 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escape 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 402 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Familia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |