1994 Honda Today vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Today | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
