2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1359 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
