1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Xedos |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
