2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 514 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 Falcon 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 Falcon. 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |