2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-7 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
