1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 61 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |