2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
