2006 Acura RL vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 6 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 225 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | RL | Familia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |