2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 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 104 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 357 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Marquis | 406 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |