2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 853 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | Familia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |