2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1048 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | Familia | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
