2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 186 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
