1996 BMW 725 vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 BMW 725. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 725 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 725 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 725 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |