2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Grand Marquis | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5385 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |