2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Econoline | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |