2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 921 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
