2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
