2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |