2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Avancier | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |