1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
