2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Insignia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2737 mm |