2008 Honda Element vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | Familia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |