2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1050 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |