2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 750 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 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |