1996 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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:
| 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
