2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Vue. 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Familia | Vue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |