2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
