1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
