2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1063 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |