2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 737 kg more than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
