2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 121 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |