2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Convertible | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |