1995 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Royale | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
