2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
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 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Sportwagon | Protege |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |