1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
