2008 Lincoln MKZ vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKZ | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | MKZ | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
