2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Grand Marquis | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |