1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Toyota Will

To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 19 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. 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 Toyota Will, 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Grand Marquis 2001 Toyota Will
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Grand Marquis Will
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 274 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1832 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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