2002 Acura CL vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 350 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CL | Familia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |