1997 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Marquis | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
