1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
