2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 143 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 67 kg more than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |