2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Nissan | Mercury |
Model | Armada | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |