2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-350 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
