2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 635 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
