2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 186 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 58 L |
