2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R and 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 221 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | R | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
