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 @ 6800 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 630 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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 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. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |