1995 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Grand Marquis | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2464 mm |
