2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 400 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 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | Familia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |