2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 2007 Saturn Outlook, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Grand Marquis | Outlook |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |