2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 750 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
