2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1509 kg more than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |