2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 727 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
