2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
