1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 8 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm) has 1110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Mercury | SSC |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 1183 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
