2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1425 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |
