2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |