2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 220 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Familia Activehicle
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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