2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 610 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 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
