2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 220 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, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 1998 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Familia | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
