1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 167 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ, 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Grand Marquis | XJ |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |