2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 397 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |