2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
