2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |