2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 4 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 24 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 2004 MCC Smart. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart 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 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | Familia | Smart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
