2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |