2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
