2003 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 806 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
