Mercury Grand Marquis vs. Nissan Maxima
When we compare the Mercury Grand Marquis's and the Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Grand Marquis has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercury Grand Marquis's and the Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercury Grand Marquis vs. Nissan Maxima Pricing
A used 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis ranges from $3,392 to $18,449 while a used 2011 Nissan Maxima is priced between $4,999 to $13,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercury Grand Marquis’s base engine makes 224 horsepower, and the Nissan Maxima base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Grand Marquis is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. This gives the Nissan Maxima the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercury Grand Marquis. The Grand Marquis uses ethanol, gasoline, and the Maxima uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercury Grand Marquis has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Nissan Maxima 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:
3392 - 18449
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4999 - 13999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Mercury Grand Marquis Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.301809 / 10
Reliability:
8.605429 / 10
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercury Grand Marquis Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Maxima Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercury Grand Marquis Trim Levels
LS, LS Fleet
Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
224 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
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):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4117 lbs
Width:
84.5 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
212 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3540 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18