2008 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Accord Familia
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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