2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz 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 (373 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Veracruz | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 349 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |