2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 488 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube 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 Cube | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
