2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |