2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
