2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
