2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2005 Chrysler Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 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 |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
