1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 13 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Opel Astra, 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 (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra 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 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
