2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 390 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |