2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 215 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 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
