2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2008 Toyota Venza
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Familia Venza
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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