2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
