2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,167 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |