2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 322 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
