1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 852 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio, 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Demio | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
