2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Marquis | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3350 mm |