2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Five Hundred | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |