2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2010 Dodge Avenger 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. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Familia | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
