2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 4,604 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
