2005 Citroen C6 vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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 Citroen C6, 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C6 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C6 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2721 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |