2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 569 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |