2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1545 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model Q7 Familia
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 229 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.4:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 61 L


 

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