2000 Jeep Varsity vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Varsity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Varsity would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Because 2000 Jeep Varsity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Varsity 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, 2000 Jeep Varsity (346 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (275 Nm). This means 2000 Jeep Varsity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Varsity | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Varsity | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
