1996 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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:
| 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
