2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 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 136 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 852 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. 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, 1996 Proton 400, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Grand Marquis | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |