2008 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus RX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | RX | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
