1996 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 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 94 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Grand Marquis | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1795 mm |