2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Grand Marquis | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |