1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
