2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 90 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 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Familia | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |