2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1032 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
