2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (360 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLS | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
