2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 313 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |