1996 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Marquis | Sintra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |