1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Turbo | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 72 L |
