1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Summit | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
