2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 227 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
