2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 277 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |