2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 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 116 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. 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, 2000 Peugeot 206, 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
