2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 310 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Familia | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
