2002 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |