2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 367 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Grand Marquis | CR-V |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 372 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5385 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2620 mm |