2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 6 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 (224 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Marquis | 408 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |