2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Sonata | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |