2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 2003 Marcos TS500 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 2003 Marcos TS500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TS500 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
