1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 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 671 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Grand Marquis | Materia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 132 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |