1997 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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.
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Grand Marquis | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |