2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 470 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2008 Nissan X-Trail
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Familia X-Trail
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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