2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Familia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
