2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | BT-50 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
