2004 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Noble M10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Noble M10 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Noble M10. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Noble M10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 872 kg more than 1999 Noble M10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1999 Noble M10 has manual transmission. 1999 Noble M10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Mercury | Noble |
| Model | Grand Marquis | M10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
