2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 125 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 482 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Grand Marquis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |