1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
