2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Mazda Atenza 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 120 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 702 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. 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 Mazda Atenza, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Atenza | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Atenza | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |