2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 707 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, 2007 Skoda Superb, 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 Skoda Superb (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Superb |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
