2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 232 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Airflite | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
