1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 601 kg more than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (373 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
