2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Silverado Familia
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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