2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |