1997 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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:
| 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
