1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 14 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) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 732 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 127 Nm |
| 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 | 1732 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2473 mm |
