2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Familia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
