2005 Volvo XC70 vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo XC70 | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercury |
| Model | XC70 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
