2009 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (389 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 535 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |