2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
