2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 602 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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, 2008 Opel Astra, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Grand Marquis | Astra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5385 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |