2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4014 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
