2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 357 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
