2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |