2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 704 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
