2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 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 140 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada, 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 (373 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Grand Marquis | Strada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 84 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |