2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Familia | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
