2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 816 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
