1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
