2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
