2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1550 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 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
