2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 484 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Familia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |