2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 862 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
