2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E500 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
