1995 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
