2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |