2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
