2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 (224 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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 Honda CR-V, 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 (373 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
