2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
