2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 761 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |