2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Durango | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |