2004 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 118 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |
