2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |