2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
