1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2004 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |