2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Grand Marquis | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |