2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 273 kg more than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Grand Voyager | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |