2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Infiniti M

To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 966 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2012 Infiniti M
Make Mazda Infiniti
Model Familia M
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1746 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4945 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1501 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2901 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 76 L