2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2000 Mazda Familia and 2000 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Familia | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |