2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
