2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
