2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1754 kg more than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |