2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 178 kg more than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Envoy | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |