2004 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 484 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Marquis | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4602 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |