1995 Honda Today vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 177 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |