2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2737 mm |
