2001 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Integra | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
