1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |