2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (389 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |