2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 33 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Familia Jetta
Year Released 2000 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 165 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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