2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Grand Marquis | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
