2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1784 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Escalade Familia
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6161 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 403 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Top Speed 170 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2609 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 61 L


 

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