2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC ForTwo | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | MCC | Mercury |
Model | ForTwo | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2920 mm |