1995 Infiniti G20 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 587 kg more than 1995 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20, 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti G20. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti G20 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G20 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
