2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Sirion 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 138 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Grand Marquis | Sirion |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |