2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
