2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 836 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
