1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 21 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Guara | Marauder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |