1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (234 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Concorde | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
