2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 872 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
