2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Econoline | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |