2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 325 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |