2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 79 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |