2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lacetti | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
