2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2004 Ford Excursion and 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |