1998 Toyota Avalon vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
In comparing the 1998 Toyota Avalon's and the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 1998 Toyota Avalon and 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Toyota Avalon's and the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Toyota Avalon is a better car than the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
1998 Toyota Avalon vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Pricing
A used 1998 Toyota Avalon ranges from $1,847 to $6,894 while a used 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is priced between $1,916 to $8,199.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 1998 Toyota Avalon and the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis makes 200 horsepower. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The Grand Marquis is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 418 miles. This gives the 1998 Toyota Avalon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Toyota Avalon has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1847 - 6894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1916 - 8199
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercury Grand Marquis Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Mercury Grand Marquis Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
XL, XLS
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Trim Levels
GS, LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4250 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3340 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3917 lbs
Width:
78.2 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
211.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available