2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise

To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 450 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 Rover Streetwise, 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 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2006 Rover Streetwise
Make Mazda Rover
Model Familia Streetwise
Year Released 2000 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 19.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 178 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 50 L