1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Nissan Versa

To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 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 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.

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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 (373 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Grand Marquis 2010 Nissan Versa
Make Mercury Nissan
Model Grand Marquis Versa
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4598 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 122 HP
Torque 373 Nm 172 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1706 kg 1251 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4295 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2601 mm


 

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