2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Echo 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 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Familia | Echo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |