2003 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |