2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |