2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2008 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Premacy | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
