1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Because 1970 Mercury Marauder 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 1970 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (344 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mercury Marauder 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Marauder Sienna
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6392 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 171 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 383 Nm 344 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1869 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 3040 mm


 

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