2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Audi Mercury
Model TT Grand Marquis
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 268 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 2500 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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