2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 411 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |