2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 403 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 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
