2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |