2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 2 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |