1993 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2078 mm |
