2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1035 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.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Familia | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
