2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |