2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega 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 (224 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
