2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ginetta G34 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
Model | G34 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |