2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 567 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 Pontiac Vibe, 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 Pontiac Vibe (175 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
