1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Grand Marquis | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |