2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
