2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
