2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 504 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Marquis | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |