2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 314 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
