2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 727 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |