1995 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 2 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 563 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Marquis | W12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
