1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 517 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Grand Marquis 2001 Opel Vectra
Make Mercury Opel
Model Grand Marquis Vectra
Year Released 1999 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1832 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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