2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 648 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-8 | Familia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |