2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 622 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 2000 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 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper, 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, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper 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 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Grand Marquis | Cooper |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |