2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
