2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
