2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
