2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 960 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 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Familia | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
