2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 188 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 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2006 Mazda B2300. 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
