2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |