2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
