2003 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Porsche GT3
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche GT3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche GT3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche GT3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche GT3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche GT3 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche GT3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Porsche GT3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Marquis | GT3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
