2002 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | R2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
