2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 724 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
