2006 Lexus ES vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES 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 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 267 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 2006 Lexus ES. 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | ES | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
