2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara, 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 (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
