2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 604 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Demio | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Demio | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |