2004 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
