2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Marquis | Challenger |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |