2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |