2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 105 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 607 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 207 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
