2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 4 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 922 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34. 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2002 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2002 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G34 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
