2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 417 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 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
