1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
