2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercury |
| Model | G6 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
