2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 457 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Familia | Equinox |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |