2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 590 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Murano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |