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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 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 445 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1272 cc | 2148 cc |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |