1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 307 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C 112 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
