2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 435 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (329 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
