2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 743 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
