2003 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | GX | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
