2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 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), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
