2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 2 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Alero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
