1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Marquis | C3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
