2009 Kia Opirus vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Opirus | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Opirus | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |