2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1510 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 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Familia CLC
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L


 

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