2002 MG TF vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 747 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2002 MG TF has manual transmission. 2002 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MG TF | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | MG | Mercury |
Model | TF | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |