2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mazda Etude

To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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 2005 Mazda Etude. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2005 Mazda Etude
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Familia Etude
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1594 cc
Horse Power 168 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1045 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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