2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 939 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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
