2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera 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 (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 197 kg more than 1993 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Grand Marquis | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |