2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (369 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
