2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Ford E-150

To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 600 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 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2010 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2010 Ford E-150
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia E-150
Year Released 2000 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 109 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4717 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1702 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L