2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 911 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
