2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |