2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Malibu | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |