2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 752 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
