2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Entourage | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
