2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
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 Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Superb 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 497 kg more than 2001 Skoda Superb. 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, 2001 Skoda Superb, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Superb |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
