2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 20 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | A |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |