2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1555 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 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |