2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2002 Mazda Demio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Demio weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. 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 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
| Model | Demio | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
