2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
