2004 Kia Amanti vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Amanti | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
